Barrett Jackson Top Muscle Car Results 2013

In 1971 the US muscle car wars had peaked. The result of this was
an outstandingly powerful and equally beautiful automobile, the
HEMI 'Cuda convertible. This rare beast is one of only 11 ever produced.
Commonly thought of as the most desirable muscle car in the world,
it is exceedingly unusual to see one of these for sale. This particular
offering boasts of highly desirable features. These features include
the 426 HEMI V8 engine with two four barrel carburetors, 727 automatic
transmission, Super Track Pak package with DANA 60 rear end and
4.11 ratio gears, power convertible top, center console and more.

This vehicle was built for Canadian export of which only two were
built. In addition, it is finished in its factory correct In Violet
(Plum Crazy) paint, making it the only 1971 HEMI 'Cuda Convertible
in this color. Following a meticulous restoration to the highest
museum standards, it has been inspected and appraised by Mopar guru
Galen Govier. A true automotive milestone and extraordinary example
of Detroit Muscle at its finest. Has original dealer invoice.

2. 2014 Corvette Stingray Chevrolet $1,100,000

Return of the Stingray - The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette. This all
new Corvette Stingray is the perfect balance of technology, design
and performance. The lucky winning bidder for this 2014 Corvette
Stingray will receive the first retail production vehicle of this
seventh-generation Corvette - a Vin ending in #0001. The 2014 Corvette
Stingray is the most powerful standard model ever, with an estimated
450hp (334 kW) and 450ft/lbs of torque (610 Nm). It is also the
most capable standard model ever, able to accelerate from 0-60 in
less than four seconds and achieve more than 1g in cornering grip.
It is expected to be the most fuel efficient Corvette, exceeding
EPA-estimated 26 mpg of the current model. The all new Corvette
Stingray incorporates an all-new frame structure chassis, a new
powertrain and supporting technologies, as well as completely new
exterior and interior designs. Highlights include: An interior featuring
real carbon fiber, aluminum and hand-wrapped leather materials,
two new seat choices - each featuring a lightweight magnesium frame
for exceptional support - and dual eight-inch configurable driver/infotainment
screens. Advanced driver technologies, including a 5-position Drive
Mode Selector that tailors 12 vehicle attributes to the fit the
driver's environment and a new 7-speed manual transmission with
Active Rev Matching that anticipates gear selections and matches
engine speed for perfect shifts every time. An all-new 6.2 Liter
LT1 V8 engine combines advanced technologies, including direct injection,
Active Fuel Management, continuously variable valve timing and an
advanced combustion system that delivers more power while using
less fuel. Lightweight materials, including a carbon fiber hood
and removable roof panel, composite fenders, doors and rear quarter
panels, carbon-nano composite underbody panels and a new aluminum
frame help shift weight rearward for an optimal 50/50 weight balance
that supports a world-class power-to-weight ratio. A sculptured
exterior features advanced high-intensity discharge and light-emitting
diode lighting and racing-proven aerodynamics that balance low drag
for efficiency and performance elements for improved stability and
track capability. An available track-capable Z51 Performance Package
including: an electronic limited-slip differential, dry-sump oiling
system, integral brake, differential and transmission cooling, as
well as a unique aero package that further improves high-speed stability.

3. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette L-88 Racecar $1,100,000

This 1968 L-88 Corvette sponsored by Owens/Corning Fiberglass holds
the title as the most victorious Corvette in history. Campaigned
by Tony DeLorenzo, Jerry Thompson, Don Yenko and Gib Hufstaeder,
this car was nearly unstoppable in FIA GT and SCCA National racing.
Some accomplishments include the 1969 and 1972 SCCA National 'A'
Production Championships, 1968 and 1970 SCCA National 'A' Production
Runner-Up, 2nd Place in GT at the 1969 12 Hours of Sebring and the
1969 and 1970 GT class wins in the 24 Hours of Daytona. This car
along with its team car won 22 of 22 SCCA/FIA National Events during
1969-1971, with this car winning 12 of the events. This car was
awarded the American Heritage Award in 2007, the highest award for
non-street Corvettes by the National Corvette Restorers Society.
After restoration, it was first shown in 2002 at the Pebble Beach
Concours for the 50th Anniversary of Corvette and more recently
at the Amelia Island Concours in March, 2008. The car participated
in a special display of Sebring race cars at The Quail Motorsports
event in Monterey in August 2008. The car was the featured cover
article in Vintage Motorsports, September 2008 issue. The OCF #12
shared the center stage with Grand Sport #2 at the Corvette Racing
Tribute held at the Petersen Automotive Museum in L.A. in October
2008. The OCF car is the cover car in the definitive book on L-88s:
Corvette Racing Legends by Peter Gimenez. The car was displayed
at the National Corvette Museum in 2009 as the featured car at the
Corvette Hall of Fame. Recently featured in "Winning Streak",
Corvette News, March 2010. This car is shown in its 1971 24 Hours
of Daytona livery and has been carefully restored to original specifications
by Kevin Mackay at Corvette Repair, with generous assistance of
Tony Delorenzo and Jerry Thompson, who were the primary drivers
for the Owens/Corning team. This car has exhaustive documentation
and clearly one of the most significant Corvette race cars in existence.

4. 2012 Chevrolet COPO Camaro convertible $400,000

This is a rare opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind high performance
vehicle. The 2012 COPO Camaro Convertible on auction is #69 of 69
2012 COPO Camaros produced. It is one of only two convertibles made,
the other will be kept at the GM Heritage Center. And, this is the
only one made in Inferno Orange Metallic. COPO is an acronym for
General Motor's Central Office Production Order, a special order
system that was used by dealers in the 1960s. A few performance-minded
dealers manipulated the system to order vehicles with larger engines.
Some were able to get 427cid big block engines installed in a handful
of 1969 Camaros. The 2012 COPO Camaro was first shown as a concept
at SEMA. The overwhelming response shaped GM's decision to produce
a limited number for 2012, making it Chevrolet's first purpose-built
drag-racing specialty car. It has a supercharged, LSX-based 327
(5.3 Liter) V8 featuring a 4.0 Liter supercharger, rated at 550hp,
matched with a Powerglide three-speed automatic transmission. The
engine for this model was hand built by GM's Jim Campbell at the
Performance Build Center in Wixom, Michigan. The inside of this
COPO Camaro is also Inferno Orange. There is room for one lucky
passenger, with two racing bucket seats. The driver can strap in
with a safety harness and grab onto the competition floor shifter
for the exhilarating ride. One hundred percent of the winning bid
will benefit the American Heart Association, whose mission is to
build healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke.

5. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette Custom $396,000

Winner of the Goodguys Street Machine of the Year and SEMA GM Design
Award for Best Hot Rod in 2009, this 1962 Chevrolet Corvette known
as C1RS represents a custom build for Barry Blomquist by The Roadster
Shop in Mundilein, IL, raising the custom automobile bar to seemingly
new heights. C1RS begins with a Roadster Shop custom chassis using
Detroit Speed and Afco suspension components, one-off Forgeline
3-piece center lock wheels and giant 141/2" 6 piston Brembo
brakes. Every panel of the car received custom treatment, from the
one-off carbon fiber body accents to the European-inspired leather
interior with custom aluminum dash, console and trim. A Kinsler
Cross-Ram injected 427cid/618hp LS7 engine, Tremec T56 Bowler 6-speed
and Ford 9 inch posi-traction third member complete the powertrain.
Designed by The Roadster Shop and artist Eric Brockemeyer, C1RS
is a striking blend of hand formed aluminum, one-off carbon fiber
accents, and impeccable curb appeal. Every body panel of this masterpiece
has received monumental modifications. All trim pieces including
girlles, dash, console, and faux roll bar are hand formed from aluminum.
the interior is one of function, raised to an art form. Adding a
splash of color is the red leather Alcantera suede covered custom
made seats and door panels. Even with its inspired design and meticulous
craftsmanship this car performs as good as it looks. It has competed
in many autocrosses and the Optima Street Car Challenge where it
received the style and design award. This amazing piece of automotive
art has been featured on national television shows and in many print
and online publications including Hot Rod magazine, Super Chevy,
Muscle Car Power, Goodguys Gazette, adn teh Robb Report. Check it
out on Youtube. From the Barry Blomquist Collection.

Award winning 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1 "Dragon" created
by the Ringbrothers has captivated enthusiasts worldwide. Mike and
Jim Ring, famous for their cutting edge design and unparalleled
attention to detail, have once again raised the bar for custom automotive
builders. Dragon's powertrain includes a ROUSH 427 IR motor that
cranks out 585hp and 545ft/lbs of torque. The engine is lubricated
by an external oiler system with custom oil cooler. Dragon has a
smooth TKO 5-speed transmission along with a functional custom billet
dual Shaker system. The rear suspension is Detroit Speed quadralink
and the front is a JME double wishbone. The massive Baer Pro Plus
brakes include a brake line lock. The wheels are custom Forgeline.
The Ford GT inspired interior is a flawless design of custom leather
wrapped interior, billet accents, Recaro seats, racing harnesses,
custom Classic Instruments gauges, Alpine flat screen audio and
Vintage Air. The paint is a custom BASF "Dragon's Blood Red"
with "Castle Gray" accents. The entire front and rear
end of "Dragon" are built from carbon fiber and machined
billet. The unibody design was replaced with a custom full length
frame that includes belly pans running the entire length of the
chassis. The doors and roof have been redesigned to make it look
like it is in motion while it is standing still. Dragon's awards
include the prestigious 2010 SEMA Mothers Shine Award, 2011 Hot
Rod & Restoration Golden Builder Award, 2011 Goodguys Street
Machine of the Year Finalist, 2011 Car Craft Pro Builders of the
Year and Mustang & Ford named it 2011 Car of the Year runner
up. This amazing car has been featured in many print and online
publications including Popular Hot Rodding, Modified Mustangs and
Fords, and Mustang Monthly.

A 1965 Ford Mustang nicknamed "Producer" and built by
the Ringbrothers that claimed the title of the 2012 Goodguys Optima
Batteries Street Machine of the Year award. The car, which debuted
at SEMA last year, drove off with the top award at the Goodguys
15th PPG Nationals in Columbus, Ohio. Well known for their ability
to transform Mustang's into modern masterpieces, the Ringbrothers
have set the bar even higher with this '65 Mustang. The body was
widened an incredible 4", highlighted by the custom BASF orange
paint, and both the hood and roof are carbon fiber signature Ringbrothers
touches. Under the hood is a high compression Keith Craft-built
427cid stroker based on the 351 Windsor small block making 740 crank
horsepower.

9. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette L-88 $280,500

Of the 216 L-88 Corvettes that Chevrolet produced in 1967, 1968
and 1969 this is number 216. The last documented L-88 Corvette that
General Motors ever produced. This number correct and component
correct Corvette was built in the final days of the 1969 model year's
production on Thursday, December 4, 1969. This car has had 2 restorations.
The last one was a body-off restoration completed by Thorpe's Corvettes,
Tim Thopre is a past Bloomington L-88 judge. The original owner
was the Smiley family, who also owned Smiley Chevrolet-Olds Milan,
Missouri. The original Corvette order copy Build Sheet is there
as is a copy of the Window Sticker. This 983 Fathom Green, 421 Saddler
leather trim Corvette coupe has the following documented options
L-88 special purpose 427/430hp engine, transistor ignition system,
A01 soft ray tinted glass, F41 special purpose suspension, G81 posi-traction
axle 3.70 ratio rear, J50 power brakes, J56 special brake system
and M22 Rock Crusher 4-speed transmission. If you could own any
of the 216 L-88 Corvettes, what better than the last one, a piece
of history that won't repeat itself.